I'm a lifelong believer in trade unionism.

My idealism has not abated, but I have witnessed it withering away nationwide, to the point where at least among the young, to have ideals is akin to being blinkered and oldfashioned.

To run an effective political party you need a degree of tribalism, it's the glue that holds everyone together.

My approach is always to try to be straight with people, especially about what my party can achieve.

I will go out of this world feet first with my Lib Dem membership card in my pocket.

Actually, I think it's quite sensible not to take yourself too seriously.

Politicians are good at saying how Government must do more, but we must also think carefully about where Government should do less.